
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olentangy Commons Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (47 Rentals)
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The Commons At Olentangy

Barrington Club Apartments

Clintonville Commons

Roundtree Rentals

Indian Oaks

Riverlodge Apartments

Governours Square

Reserves at Arlington
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The Canterbury

Edge at Arlington

4443 Mobile Dr

Fox and Hounds

1470 Slade Ave, Unit 101

Park Place

Worthington Gardens Apartments

4445 Mobile Dr

4645 Merrimar Cir E, Unit F
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Georgetown

4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts

Luxe 88

The Poste at Sinclair

4794 Rossmoor Pl

Braxton on Bethel

The Ave

Mackenzie Village Apartments

4819 Middletowne St, Unit G
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1094 Merrimar Cir S

The Benchmark Apartments

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Graceland Flats

35 Broad Meadows Blvd

Worthington Terrace

500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA

Skyline Apartments

Flats of Clintonville

Sinclair Apartments
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Bradshire Drive Apartments

4645 Merrimar Cir E

5285 Portland St

The Avenue Upper Arlington

Westborough Village Apartments

4944 - 4958 Arbor Village Dr

Henderlane Apartments

723 Village Dr

4926 Fairway Ct
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4926-4932 Fairway Ct

The Deco
Olentangy Commons, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olentangy Commons?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olentangy Commons Studio Apartments | $1,005 | $830 | $2,247 |
| Olentangy Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $695 | $3,028 |
| Olentangy Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $791 | $5,339 |
| Olentangy Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,028 | $1,050 | $2,949 |
| Olentangy Commons 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,031 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Olentangy Commons Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Olentangy Commons Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olentangy Commons area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Barrington Club Apartments priced from $799. 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $809. Here are the most affordable Olentangy Commons apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington Club Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Clintonville Commons | Studio 2nd Floor | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Roundtree Rentals | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Indian Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Riverlodge Apartments | 1x1 550 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Reserves at Arlington | A1 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| The Canterbury | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Edge at Arlington | Pitkin | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| Governours Square | Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1,028 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olentangy Commons, OH
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olentangy Commons area is the $1.02 price per square foot 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Reno Meyer Model at Georgetown in the in the North Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Olentangy Commons apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Mackenzie Place starting at $1,550 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olentangy Commons apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown | 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Reno Meyer | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Mackenzie Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Kendall Park | 2x2 Phase 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts | 4857 Moreland Dr W | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Barrington Club Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Park Place | 2083 Park Run | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Reserves at Arlington | A1R 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Roundtree Rentals | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Indian Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOlentangy Commons, Columbus, OH
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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Olentangy Commons, Columbus, OH
Winterset Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olentangy Commons Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Olentangy Commons?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Olentangy Commons is under $1,028.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Olentangy Commons?
The cheapest apartment in Olentangy Commons is Barrington Club Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Olentangy Commons costs $12,031.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Olentangy Commons?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Olentangy Commons that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Olentangy Commons?
Cheap apartments in Olentangy Commons have an average cost of $151 which is $11,880 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olentangy Commons.
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